MikroTik vs TP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MikroTik
Configure and manage MikroTik routers and access points remotely. This tool provides access to essential network features like routing, firewall, and bandwidth management directly from your smartphone.
- RouterOS configuration
- Network management
- Firewall settings
- Bandwidth control
- Wireless AP setup
- Hotspot gateway management
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MikroTik RouterOS is the operating system of RouterBOARD and CCR devices. RouterOS provides all the core features for your network - routing, firewall, bandwidth management, wireless access point, backhaul link, hotspot gateway and more. Use the MikroTik smartphone app to configure your router in the field, or to apply the most basic initial settings for your MikroTik home access point. Requirements: RouterOS v6 or newer. Discussion forum: https://forum.mikrotik.com
TP
Easily set up and manage your home internet service and network. Monitor your connection, control access for devices, and ensure your network is secure from anywhere using your smartphone or tablet.
- Easy WiFi network setup
- Remote network monitoring and management
- Parental controls for internet access
- Device access control
- Automatic firmware updates
- Mesh network creation
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The Aginet app is the easiest way to activate your internet service, get online in minutes, and set up your home network. No technician required. Now, you can check your network status, view details about your existing wireless connection from anywhere, and make changes right from your smartphone or tablet. With a TP-Link Aginet gateway or mesh WiFi, enjoy strong, secure connections at home with robust app features: • Easy Setup: No-fuss home WiFi network setup done in minutes. • Remote Access: Monitor and manage your home network from anywhere. • Parental Controls: Schedule or pause internet access to promote healthy internet habits. • Access Control: Block devices from using your network without your consent. • Home Protection: Keep your network firmware always updated to the latest security standards. • EasyMesh: Build a flexible mesh network for seamless roaming. We're always interested in hearing your feedback. For any feature requests or thoughts on how we can improve. Reach out to support@tp-link.com. By using this app, you agree to TP-Link’s Terms of Service (https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Aginet/tou) and Privacy Policy (https://privacy.tp-link.com/app/Aginet/privacy). For more information about your TP-Link Aginet device, visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: TP at 4.9 against MikroTik's 3.9. TP also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 46%) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 283). MikroTik's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. TP sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MikroTik asks for nothing beyond the download.
TP holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 283 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of MikroTik's written reviews are positive against 86% of TP's.
MikroTik ships an update every 2 months, TP every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MikroTik | TP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (283 ratings) | 4.9 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 45.7% of reviews | 85.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 283 | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 341 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mikrotikls SIA | TP-Link Systems Inc. |
Customer experience
MikroTik
TP
Bugs and requests
MikroTik
Reported bugs
5 issues- Connection issues and 'connection refused' errors
- Inability to login or access certain settings
- Crashes when trying to view specific menus or data
- Inconsistent behavior after updates
- Incorrect display of information (e.g. DHCP leases, interface traffic)
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for RoMON and terminal access
- Improve navigation and search functionality
- Provide more customization options
- Optimize for tablet/iPad use
- Add support for more languages (e.g. Spanish, Russian)
TP
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
MikroTik
No in-app purchases
TP
- Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Monthly1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly1 Month trial$17.991 Year
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- Total Security Package1 Year trial$129.991 Year
